Santa Barbara Resort Lodging

Nature Lodging on the Southern California coast: Not a contradiction in terms, but a unique reality at El Capitan Canyon.

El Capitan Canyon resort is a mere 20 miles north of Santa Barbara. Located in a seaside pocket on 300 plus acres on the picturesque Pacific coast, the nature lodging experience at El Capitan Canyon was created for those who have the desire to totally unwind, relax and commune with nature.

Enjoy services and amenities typically found in a traditional resort, yet it’s minimalism without deprivation…comfort without over-indulgence. The glories of nature without the overbearing manufactured hand of man.

Experience the natural beauty of the environment in a camp-like surrounding with all the creature comforts we have come to enjoy and expect.

A return to the simple things in life that truly make us happy.

Local magazine 805 Living lists the Canyon as a "Travel Find" for the month of August. "Camping at El Capitan Canyon resort, 20 miles north of downtown Santa Barbara, isn’t exactly roughing it. Choose from well-appointed cabins or heavy canvas tents with wooden floors for unique back-to-nature getaways..." Read the section excerpt in PDF format.

El Capitan Canyon receives Best of Goleta Award! Each year the US Commerce Association (USCA) identifies companies in several categories for exceptional quality and "that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community." We are proud and grateful to the USCA for this award! Read the full release.

We are proud to announce our newest addition: The Safari Cabin! Located on a private hilltop, this two-bedroom cabin suite is our most spacious accommodation and features sweeping views among other unique amenities. Read the full description.

Fox 11 News and Good Day LA spent some time learning what El Capitan Canyon has to offer in the Glamping (Glamourous Camping) category of travel destinations. Watch the video clips on MyFoxLA!

Sunset Magazine featured El Capitan Canyon as the cover story on luxurious campgrounds, "Tough choices. It's tempting to sip coffee and be serenaded by birds hidden in the creekside forest. But it's also hard to pass up an early hike into the hills or a swim down at the beach." Read the full story.

Autumn is upon us! Enjoy all the magic that the season has to offer with a canyon special. Or make your own by planning a wine country visit, relaxing massage, campfire BBQ, and stay in a comfortable cabin!

Ocean Mesa Campground
Our campground and RV Park, Ocean Mesa at El Capitan is open!
Please visit oceanmesa.com for more information.